Nashville, Tennessee, is one of those places everyone knows and loves; a thriving metropolis of music, fun, and food. With no shortage of places to eat, it might come as a surprise that there is one place that’s highly revered as one of the best “meat and three” places in the city. It won’t come as a surprise if you have been there, but Swett’s Restaurant in Nashville, TN, is a no-frills cafeteria-style restaurant that has everyone in town talking. Come along as we show and tell you all the delicious details!

Swett’s is a restaurant that has been much the same over the decades it has been opened.
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Swett’s is located just five minutes from downtown Nashville and the location is super easy to find. You won’t be seeing a sign on the building or anything grand announcing your entry, just simply good people with outstanding food.
Ask anyone in town and they will have nothing but praise for this highly sought-after restaurant.
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Over the years many celebrities and politicians have made their way to this unassuming Nashville restaurant to partake in the incredible "meat and three" options.
Being a cafeteria-style restaurant, things work a little different than you are used to.
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Don't worry, though -- you'll quickly remember the process from your high school days! Grab a tray to eat in or a to-go box and work your way down the line. The hardest part is picking. With so much Southern home cooking, we don’t blame you if you just want it all. You'll soon see why we think Swett's is one of the best restaurants in Tennessee.

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Once you've selected your food, it’s time to find a seat where the real fun begins.
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Digging into the delicious options you just choose will never get old.
You can get some wonderful items like delicious fried chicken with huge portions and three choice sides like mac and cheese.
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If you are a vegetarian or vegan, you'll love the okra, green beans, creamed corn, and so much more. Oh, and don’t forget to top it all off with a refreshing glass of sweet tea!
Not only can you get amazing options like beef tips, meatloaf, BBQ chicken, and pork chops, but you can also choose from some smokehouse options.
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Dig into the ever-popular pulled pork, beef brisket, smoked pork chops, and more. If you can, leave room for some great Nashville desserts because there is a massive selection of cobblers, pies, and cheesecakes to make end your visit on a sweet note.

Swett’s in Nashville, TN, has been doing what they do best for decades now: make great food and serve it with a smile. Because of this winning recipe, people will visit from far away just to taste the famous meat and three! For more information please visit Swett’s Restaurant website, as well as the Swett’s Restaurant Facebook page.

Have you ever been to Swett’s in Nashville, TN? If so, what was your favorite part? Do you know of any other unique Tennessee restaurants? We’d love to read about your experience in the comments section below!

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Swett's, 2725 Clifton Ave, Nashville, TN 37209, USA